The phrase “Chinese smartphone” has long ceased to be associated with fake iPhones and other “real”
With the release of Xiaomi Mi Mix in 2016, an era beganpopularity of conventional frameless ones. The display-to-front ratio is getting closer to one, so smartphones are gradually becoming taller, narrower and more comfortable to hold. Another trend – all-metal cases and glass on the back panel, a rather attractive combination that we have seen more than once in 2017 flagships.
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Moving on to our list, we note that beauty– This, of course, is a subjective parameter and we are well aware of this. When choosing the heroes of this material, we tried to rely not on personal preferences, but on objective qualities – for example, how innovative this smartphone was at the time of its announcement, what materials were used, and what feedback users gave to the design of the device.
Honor 9
- Display: 5.15-inch LCD with Full HD resolution
- Processor and memory: HiSilicon Kirin 960, 4/6 GB RAM, 64/128 GB ROM
- Operating system: Android Nougat with EMUI 5.1 shell
- Camera: dual 20 + 12 MP (f / 2.2)
- Battery: 3,200 mAh
Honor 9 – smartphone with one of the mostattractive back panels today. The frame on the sides is made of aluminum, while the back cover is glass and creates a beautiful color effect due to the refraction of light, which creates different patterns depending on what angle you look at it from. Despite the rather pleasant price tag, the “filling” This model is flagship: it has the same processor and the same amount of RAM as in the top-end Huawei P10 (provided that you choose the advanced modification of Honor 9). A powerful dual camera perfectly complements the beautiful body: it's as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside.
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Advantages of Honor 9:
- Excellent performance
- Quality dual camera
- Affordable price
- Compact model
The disadvantages of Honor 9:
- Frames around the display
Gionee m7 power
- Display: 6-inch LCD with HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB ROM
- Operating system: Android Nougat with Amigo OS 5.0 shell
- Camera: dual 13 MP (f / 2.0)
- Battery: 5,000 mAh
The back panel of the M7 Power has a lot in common with Honor9. She looks both simple and original. Made of glass, it refracts light in the same way as the previous model. The frame on the sides is aluminum and, although there is a huge 5,000 mAh battery inside, the smartphone is quite thin (8.6 mm). The price of the device is affordable, but the entry-level processor is definitely not happy. In addition, officially this smartphone is only sold in Asia. On the other hand, the amount of RAM and built-in memory is enough for multitasking, and the smartphone itself can be used as a portable charge for other equipment.
Advantages of Gionee M7 Power:
- Huge battery
- Attractive price
- Wide display
- Enough RAM and ROM
Disadvantages of Gionee M7 Power:
- Entry level processor
Smartisan Nut 2 Pro
- Display: 5.99-inch LCD with Full HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, 4/6 GB RAM, 32/64/128/256 GB ROM
- Operating System: Android Smartisan OS 4.1
- Camera: dual 12 + 5 megapixels (f / 1.8)
- Battery: 3,500 mAh
The design of Smartisan Nut 2 Pro is quite specificand recognizable. The back, like previous models, is covered with glass, the side frame is made of aluminum, and the round keys on the sides are reminiscent of Sony Xperia smartphones. The advantages of the model include its range of colors – The wine shade looks amazing, but manufacturers rarely use it in their smartphones.
As for the characteristics, it is rathermid-range than flagship. Thus, Nut 2 Pro was equipped with a Snapdragon 660 processor (an excellent combination of speed and energy efficiency), 4 or 6 GB of RAM, depending on the modification, and a wide selection of built-in – from 32 to 256 GB. A total of 5 modifications are available with different amounts of memory. The dual camera module ensures excellent picture quality – especially in low light conditions. The 3,500 mAh battery allows you to use your smartphone all day, regardless of the intensity of the tasks.
Benefits of Smartisan Nut 2 Pro:
- Quality camera camera
- Excellent battery life
- Good performance for its price range
- Large 18: 9 aspect ratio display
Disadvantages of Smartisan Nut 2 Pro:
- Available only in China
Nubia z17s
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- Display: 5.73-inch LCD with Full HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 6/8 GB RAM, 64/128 GB ROM
- Operating system: Android Nougat with Nubia UI 5.1 shell
- Camera: dual 12 + 23 megapixels (f / 1.8)
- Battery: 3,100 mAh
Nubia Z17s has become one of the most affordableAndroid flagships of 2017. Despite its top-end characteristics on par with other premium devices, the price tag is more than pleasant. Thanks to the combination of the Snapdragon 835 with 6 or even 8 GB of RAM, the Z17s – also one of the best in terms of speed and smoothness of operation today. The display is relatively frameless, even compact by modern standards – Considering that it falls short of 6 inches. The design is another variation on the theme of metal and glass – and very pleasing to the eye, I must say.
Advantages of Nubia Z17s:
- Great display
- Flagship Characteristics
- Quality dual camera
- Affordable price
Disadvantages of Smartisan Nubia Z17s:
- With these characteristics, a larger battery suggests itself
Huawei Nova 2S
- Display: 6-inch LCD with Full HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: HiSilicon Kirin 960, 4/6 GB RAM, 64/128 GB ROM
- Operating System: Android Oreo with EMUI 8.0 Shell
- Camera: dual 16 + 20 MP (f / 1.8)
- Battery: 3.340 mAh
Huawei Nova 2S – this is improved, but togetherMoreover, the Honor 9 is a more expensive modification. They have the same rear glass panel, but the advantage of the Nova 2S – Stunning, bright display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and virtually no bezels on the sides. Another important feature of this model – top specifications, including a powerful processor and a fairly large amount of RAM. Let's add that Huawei, like Apple, uses its own processors for its smartphones, so they are better adapted to the system than the universal Snapdragon. The latest Android “out of the box” and above-average battery capacity complete the list of characteristics of an excellent smartphone.
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Advantages of Huawei Nova 2S:
- Top Features
- Bright wide display
- Good camera
- Android Oreo “out of the box”
Disadvantages of Huawei Nova 2S:
- Limited availability
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
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- Display: 5.99-inch LCD with Full HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 6/8 GB RAM, 64/128/256 GB ROM
- Operating System: Android Nougat with MIUI 9 Shell
- Camera: 12 MP (f / 2.0)
- Battery: 3,400 mAh
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 – updated versionthe original Mi Mix, which set the trend for frameless phones at the end of 2016. Its display to body size ratio – one of the tallest to date, so it is comfortable to hold in your hand, despite the rather large 6-inch display. This stunning design is made of ceramic, has a metal frame on the sides and an 18k gold ring around the chamber. There is also a special version made from a single piece of ceramic, but it is extremely difficult to find and you will have to pay a significant premium. In terms of characteristics, this is a strong flagship for 2017.
Advantages of Xiaomi Mi Mix 2:
- Large display with small dimensions
- Flagship Features
- Long battery life
- Affordable price
Disadvantages of Xiaomi Mi Mix 2:
- Middle camera
Huawei Mate 10 Pro
- Display: 6-inch AMOLED with Full HD + resolution
- Processor and memory: HiSilicon Kirin 970, 4/6 GB RAM, 64/128 GB ROM
- Operating system: Android Oreo with EMUI 8.0 shell
- Camera: dual 12 + 20 MP (f / 1.6)
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
Huawei Mate 10 Pro – this is not only one ofthe most beautiful smartphones (not only Chinese!), but also an excellent flagship. It is stylish, powerful and innovative at the same time. The metal and glass on the back look amazing. In addition, the Mate 10 Pro is protected from water and moisture according to the IP68 standard. The 6-inch AMOLED display produces high-quality, bright images, and the Kirin 970 – not only one of the most powerful processors, but also equipped with a dedicated chip for artificial intelligence. The camera of this smartphone ranks third on DxOMark, and its battery – the largest among the flagships of 2017.
Advantages of Huawei Mate 10 Pro:
- Incredible display
- Flagship Features
- Large battery
- One of the best cameras
Disadvantages of Huawei Mate 10 Pro:
- Price
The eighth smartphone that was not included in our top, butdeserves a mention – ZTE Axon M. Yes, this is hardly the most beautiful smartphone of the year, its innovative display makes it one of the most worthy Chinese new products of 2017.
It's also worth noting that flagships like OnePlus5T and Oppo R11S also have beautiful designs – but it’s difficult to call it unique; we’ve already seen this in many devices. And this is also the reason why Vivo X20 did not make it to the list.
So these were the most beautiful Chinese smartphones2017 year. Which of them seems the most beautiful to you? Which model, in your opinion, did not deserve to be included in this list? Share your opinion in the comments!